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A Weekend Of Heroes 2008
The annual A Weekend of Heroes Action Figure Convention/Military and Law Enforcement Recruitment display is proudly entering its 7th year over the weekend of June 21~22, 2008 at the historical Glendale Auditorium in Glendale, California.
A Weekend of Heroes began as a venue for military action figure collectors to meet the real heroes of yesteryears. Over the past five years, the convention has grown to include a sister show, USAirsoft Expo. From World War II to Vietnam to current conflicts, A Weekend of Heroes is THE most effective and fun-filled way for generations to share a sense of military history.
When kids are fascinated by the toy combat dioramas, and the rattling sounds from Airsoft shooting tunnels, conversation between father and son, grandfather and grandchild will begin…..A Weekend of Heroes is all about preserving history.
2008 theme is “Remembering The Grunts”
2008 marks the 15th anniversary of the Somalia Battle, 20th anniversary of the Grenada Battle, and the 40th anniversary of the infamous Tet Offensive back in Vietnam. Corporate Exhibitors are getting creative with these themes and will offer a wide array of show exclusives for both military and action figure enthusiasts alike.
Show VIPs will feature the legendary Green Beret Col. Paul Longgrear, hero of the Battle of Lang Vei (history channel, Time/Life books), with other guests to be announced at a later date.
Featured in USAirsoft EXPO is North America’s largest Airsoft tournament, Operation Lion Claws, whose military simulation has proved to be an extremely effective method to instill a sense of HONOR. TACTICS. UNITY in Airsoft enthusiasts nationwide. Come learn all about this growing sport!
Welcome, again, are our friends from RC Tankers whose amazing 1/6 scale remote control tanks are always a crowd pleaser.
AWH 2008 will also pay tribute to Armenian Russian fighters who fought against the Third Reich in World War II.
Nonprofit groups such as the US Army, California Highway Patrol, Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA), historical re-enactment groups among many others will also be onsite.
A Weekend Of Heroes/USAirsoft Expo 2006 were covered by the following magazines in addition to LA Times Inland Empire Ed:
AWH VIPs
Col. Paul Longgrear has a combined 26 years of Federal service with a distinguished service record including such prestigious awards as Silver Star, Bronze Stars for Valor, 3 Purple Hearts and two Vietnamese government awards for valor and two achievement awards from the German Army.
USAirsoft EXPO
USAirsoft EXPO is now officially a permanent fixture in A Weekend of Heroes’ brand of unique military hobbies. Airsoft Extreme, Advanced Action Sports, and G-2 Generation Guns will setup shooting tunnels for everyone to try their skills (no outside AEGs please). Statistics indicated that women are better shots than men …… you are welcome to put this theory to the test!
Tactical Shooting Contest at the EXPO
Featured in USAirsoft EXPO is North America’s largest Airsoft tournament, Operation Lion Claws, whose military simulation has proved to be an extremely effective method to instill a sense of HONOR. TACTICS. 
UNITY in Airsoft enthusiasts nationwide. Operation Lion Claws will also host a Tactical Shooting Contest at the EXPO.
Japan vs. Taiwan vs. China…..who will prevail?
USAirsoft EXPO this will focus on emerging companies, new technology, and new products. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a glimpse of the new trends in Airsoft! Japan vs. Taiwan vs. China…..who will prevail?
Nonprofit groups such as the US Army, California Highway Patrol, Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA), historical re-enactment groups among many others will also be onsite.
Customers of the HOME show and BOAT show will receive $2 off general admission with coupon.
